The method of sample selection in which a random starting point is selected and a fixed number of items are bypassed prior to the next item being selected is referred to as:
A)Block selection.
B)Haphazard selection.
C)Systematic random selection.
D)Unrestricted random selection.

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Systematic random selection involves selecting a starting point at random and selecting every kth item from the sampling frame thereafter. This method is more efficient than unrestricted random selection as it reduces the risk of selecting clusters of similar items. It is also less time-consuming than haphazard selection as it requires a fixed rule for selecting items. Block selection is a different method that involves selecting all items within a specific block or subset of the sampling frame. Therefore, the best choice for the given scenario is C) Systematic random selection.

The Method of Sample Selection in Which a Random Starting